HSiQ 360 Training Certified
Module
05

Assessing Candidates with Confidence

Build a disciplined, structured approach to evaluating candidates with clarity, objectivity, and confidence. Deliver stronger shortlists, clearer insights, and more credible recommendations to clients.
Module at a glance

September 7

Module 5 runs September 7 to 9, 2026. Three live sessions, weekday cohort.

3

Sessions covering assessment fundamentals through shortlist mastery

$750

Standalone module. Or take all 10 in the full program for $2,950.
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Module Overview

What you'll learn. What it delivers.

This module will help you build a repeatable, end-to-end system for assessing candidates — from initial evaluation through to client presentation ensuring stronger shortlists, clearer identification of strengths and risks, and improved hiring outcomes.

It goes beyond theory, providing practical frameworks, real-world language, and proven techniques drawn from live mandates. Recruiters will learn how to:

  • Assess candidates using structured, objective frameworks
  • Identify strengths, gaps, and risks with clarity and confidence
  • Conduct more effective and insightful interviews
  • Present candidates with credibility and precision
  • Build high-quality, defensible shortlists

The End Result

A measurable improvement in shortlist quality, client confidence, and conversion rates moving participants from subjective evaluation to a structured, insight-led assessment system.
The Curriculum

Three sessions. One end-to-end candidate assessment system.

Each session builds on the last, taking you from evaluation fundamentals to a fully integrated, repeatable shortlisting capability.
SESSION 1 Mon
September 7, 2026

Foundations of Candidate Assessment

Objectives
  • Reframe candidate evaluation; move from intuition-led judgment to structured, evidence-based assessment.
  • Understand common pitfalls; identify where bias and inconsistency impact decision-making.
  • Define what constitutes high-quality assessment; establish standards for evaluation excellence.
Outcome

Participants will leave with a clear understanding of assessment fundamentals, greater awareness of common pitfalls, and increased confidence in evaluating candidates objectively and consistently.

SESSION 2 Tue
September 8, 2026

Assessment Framework (What to Evaluate and How) & Deep Evaluation (Identify Strengths, Gaps, and Risks)

Objectives
  • Introduce a structured assessment framework; define key dimensions for evaluating candidates.
  • Improve interview effectiveness; gather deeper, more relevant insights during candidate interactions.
  • Strengthen analytical thinking; develop the ability to interpret candidate information effectively.
  • Improve judgment; clearly identify and articulate strengths, gaps, and risks.
Outcome

Participants will significantly improve the consistency and depth of their evaluations, leading to more informed decision-making, stronger candidate insights, and reduced bias in the assessment process. They will enhance their ability to form balanced, evidence-based judgments, resulting in clearer evaluations, stronger recommendations, and improved overall decision-making.

SESSION 3 Wed
September 9, 2026

Presenting Candidates to Clients & Building High Quality Shortlists

Objectives
  • Improve candidate presentation; structure clear, concise, and insightful write-ups.
  • Enhance communication; deliver recommendations with confidence and credibility.
  • Integrate assessment into shortlist creation; connect evaluation with final candidate selection.
  • Strengthen recommendation capability; guide clients toward clear and confident decisions.
Outcome

Participants will produce stronger candidate presentations, improving clarity, client understanding, and overall confidence in recommendations. They will leave with a fully integrated, repeatable assessment capability, enabling them to build stronger, more defensible shortlists and improve overall hiring outcomes.

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Meet the Facilitator

Richard Stein

Program Director, HSiQ 360 Recruiter Performance Training

Richard Stein is CEO of HSiQ – the talent intelligence advisory unit of Hunt Scanlon. He is widely recognized as one of the executive search industry’s most prolific billing consultants over the past 25 years. He has worked across virtually every aspect of the executive search lifecycle – from research and candidate development to client acquisition, retained search execution, and large-scale team lift-outs.

Richard is a long-time advocate of disciplined, practical recruiter training focused on repeatable commercial outcomes rather than theory. Earlier in his career, he helped build a training program that contributed to a more than 400% increase in revenues over a seven-year period with only a modest increase in headcount. His approach is grounded in real-world execution and designed to help recruiters build stronger client relationships, win more work, and perform at a consistently higher level.

Investment

Enroll in Module 5, or take the full system.

Two ways to access this module. Both deliver practical, immediately applicable frameworks from live executive search mandates.

This Module

Assessing Candidates with Confidence

$750 / participant

All three live sessions, September 7 to 9. Self-contained framework you can apply immediately.
  • Live cohort sessions with Richard Stein
  • Protected recordings (not downloadable or shareable)
  • HSiQ 360 Certificate of Completion
  • Social media medallion
Best Value
Full Program

Recruiter Performance Training

$2,950 / participant

All 10 modules, 35 sessions across the full performance lifecycle. Save $4,550 (60%) versus enrolling module-by-module.

  • 10 modules, 35 sessions · June through December 2026
  • Live cohort sessions with Richard Stein
  • Protected recordings (not downloadable or shareable)
  • HSiQ 360 Certificate of Completion
  • Social media medallion
Enrolling a team?   Customized group pricing available for firms bringing the program in-house.
Frequently Asked

Common questions, answered.

How is this different than the Advanced Certificate in Executive Talent?

This program is fundamentally different in both intent and application. While the Advanced Certificate focuses on foundational knowledge and broader industry frameworks, the Recruiter Performance Training Program is designed as a practical, execution-driven system grounded in real-world experience.

How is the program delivered?

Live virtual cohort sessions led by Richard Stein. Each module runs over consecutive days within its scheduled week, combining frameworks, real-world examples, and discussion.

What do I receive upon completion?

An HSiQ 360 Recruiter Performance Training Certificate of Completion plus an HSiQ 360 Certification Badge, which could be used on social media, your website, or an email signature. The credential is designed to signal credibility, differentiate your practice, and reinforce your ability to operate as a high-impact talent advisor.

Are group rates available?

Yes. Customized group pricing is available for firms enrolling multiple participants or bringing the program in-house. Contact Richard Stein to discuss options tailored to your firm.

What do I receive upon completion?

An HSiQ 360 Recruiter Performance Training Certificate of Completion plus an HSiQ 360 Certification Badge, which could be used on social media, your website, or an email signature. The credential is designed to signal credibility, differentiate your practice, and reinforce your ability to operate as a high-impact talent advisor.

Can I enroll in a single module instead of the full program?

Yes. Each module is self-contained at $750 and delivers a complete framework on its own. Many participants start with a single module before committing to the full $2,950 program.

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